12/12/2025
⭐12 January 2026 (or online self-paced) – HypnoSober: Moving Towards Freedom from Alcohol
CPD Event title: HypnoSober: Moving Towards Freedom from Alcohol
Brief Description Of Event:
Live Zoom Workshop
9.30am-4.30pm
12th January 2026
(an online self-paced alternative is available if you cannot make the live training)
Course provider: Dr Claire Jack, Academy of the Inner Mind
Course details
HypnoSober: Moving Towards Freedom from Alcohol
Cultural attitudes towards alcohol are shifting. More people than ever—especially at the start of a new year—are choosing to explore sobriety, whether through campaigns like Dry January, Stoptober, Dry July, or as part of the growing “Sober Curious” movement.
Yet many practitioners hesitate to work with clients around alcohol, unsure about their professional boundaries or how to approach the topic safely and effectively. HypnoSober is here to bridge that gap.
This live workshop offers a structured, evidence-based approach for hypnotherapists who want to confidently support clients seeking 30 days of sobriety. The HypnoSober framework integrates hypnosis with practical tools from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness. You’ll also learn how to apply a modern, mind-body-based version of aversion therapy—providing clients with a comprehensive, compassionate toolkit for change. You’ll receive clear guidelines about how to work with a client through four sessions, covering their initial 30 days, and guidance on how to support them following their initial HypnoSober programme.
HypnoSober aligns seamlessly with public health campaigns but also stands independently for clients who identify as Sober Curious and want a clear, supported pathway. Please note: this program is not intended for individuals with serious alcohol dependence or complex addiction needs, but is ideal for those seeking a guided, professional approach to 30 days of sobriety.
Course structure:
During the live workshop, you’ll learn about the physical, neurological, emotional and psychological reasons that can cause people to struggle with alcohol. Understanding the neurological impact of drinking provides the basis for understanding the significant impact of having a structured, 30 day alcohol-free period. You’ll learn practical techniques, such as MI for clients with alcohol issues and applying a sensitively updated version of aversion therapy, rooted in mind:body awareness.
In addition, you’ll have access to extensive online materials, so that you can revisit the course whenever you wish to. Your online resources include videos, client forms, resources, handouts, scripts, marketing materials and HypnoSober logo. You’ll have lifetime access to these materials so that you can revisit them as you gain confidence in this area.
For over 15 years, the Academy of the Inner Mind has been a trusted name in hypnotherapy education. Founded and led by Dr. Claire Jack, a seasoned hypnotherapist, accomplished author, and one of Psychology Today’s in-house experts, the Academy blends expertise with a personal commitment to professional growth.
Our training programs are meticulously crafted to provide cutting-edge knowledge and practical skills that address the evolving needs of your clients. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or just starting your journey, the Academy’s courses are designed to ensure you stay ahead in the field of hypnotherapy.
You will receive everything you need to work confidently with your clients including scripts, client handouts, resources, practitioner guides and a certificate which is externally accredited by the ACCPH and counts for 8 hours CPD.
Learning Objectives:
Module 1: Understanding Your Client
Who This Programme Is For
Who This Programme Is Not For
The Neuroscience of Drinking
Module 2: The Importance of a Sober Break
Why “Cutting Down” Rarely Works
Responding to Clients Who Want to “Cut Down”
Physical Reset
Neurological Reset
Psychological Reset
Emotional Reset
Module 3: Hypnotherapy & Other Therapeutic Research
Overview
Evidence-Based Hypnotherapeutic Approaches
Evidence-Based Wider Therapeutic Approaches
Module 4: Client Assessment Framework
Overview
Screening Questions and Intake Forms
AUDIT-C Questionnaire
Informed Consent and Scope of Practice
Practitioner Self-Care
Module 5: The 30 Day Structure
Pre-Session Preparation
Overview
Session 1 Protocol
Session 2 Protocol
Session 3 Protocol
Session 4 Protocol
Follow-Up Support
Journalling
Providing a Support Group
Dealing with Difficulties
When Clients Turn Up Under the Influence of Alcohol
Relapses During the 30 Days
Relapses Following the End of Your Sessions
Clients Who “Move the Goal Posts” During Their 30 Days
Beyond the 30 Days
Options After 30 Days
Relapse Prevention
When Clients Cannot Moderate
Business and Marketing
Positioning Your Service
Linking with Seasonal Campaigns
Package Options and Pricing...
CPD Event title: HypnoSober: Moving Towards Freedom from Alcohol Brief Description Of Event: Live Zoom Workshop 9.30am-4.30pm 12th January 2026 (an online self-paced alternative is available if you cannot make the live training) Course provider: Dr Claire Jack, Academy of the Inner Mind Course deta